I began to feel awful with the pain and nausea in my stomach and soon the vomiting could not be controlled. At first, I thought I’d...

In Arkansas every single Wednesday at noon the sirens ring loud and clear all across our city. Even though this is just a test, we’re...

I carried my drink and yogurt to the small table in the hospital cafeteria. I was in between doctor’s appointments and tests and knew it...

They were my favorite pair of earrings for two reasons: first, because my sister Cynthia had given them to me. Secondly, because of their...

I stepped out onto the balcony of the condominium breathing in the salty air. A cool breeze blew across the shaded porch tickling my...

A few years back I had my identity stolen as did my husband. We were unaware of this transgression until circumstances alerted us to this...

I sunk my teeth into the fuzzy peach, and juice dripped down my chin as my tastebuds exploded with the sweet flavor. “Ah, nothing like a...

“God rejoices over you with singing!” He longs for you to know how loved you are. And like a father, He takes great delight in you as His...

The Memorial Day weekend marks a changing of the season every year and signals a move into the summer. For our nation, it's a celebration...

Years ago, my mother’s best friend started a card ministry under the umbrella of their local church in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Terrie was an...

I see glimpses of His glory, the anticipation of spring breaking forth like the promise of resurrection life! I have been breathless at...

“It’s not supposed to be this way. It was never supposed to be like this,” my friend lamented sharing her heartbreak afresh as tears...

Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays. It’s a time for lovers, friends, and family members to express their love and devotion to...

She had never really painted before. My beautiful friend Danea didn’t even know that this talent was hidden inside of her. It was only...

I had a revelation recently: we are all bodybuilders of some kind and in some form or fashion. I had recently returned to the gym after...

Recently, we had our first snowfall of winter. The freezing rain soon formed into heavy, powdery snowflakes that quickly covered the dull...

This year I determined I would shift my focus for the New Year’s resolutions. Resolutions in and of themselves are not bad to have. It’s...

I love the month of December with all the beautiful decorations, Christmas trees, lights, parties, and festivities. But my favorite part...

Yesterday was Black Friday, an annual shopping day filled with special buys and unique discounts on merchandise. It’s an opportunity to...

As we approach the beginning of the holiday season, Thanksgiving seems to set the tone for the unfolding of all the celebrations,...